Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8397925 | Toxicon | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) mechanisms of action are reviewed. ⺠Active form of BoNT mediates a multistep mechanism. ⺠BoNT exerts effects on peripheral synapses, such as the neuromuscular junction. ⺠BoNT also affects neurotransmission at distal central nervous system sites.
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Authors
Ann P. Tighe, Giampietro Schiavo,